Some people could not fathom picking up the same book twice, but I have a few reasons why you should!
They give us comfort.
Reread one of your favorite books to feel the same emotions you felt the first time. There is a reason why it’s your favorite, it felt good to read.
The movie adaptation is coming out.
I do this over and over again. I read the book but it is turning into a movie, so I need to brush up on the book to make sure they stick to the roots!
You’re older.
You read the book as a kid, or for required reading and you want to give it another go.
You missed it the first time.
You read a book thinking it would open your mind to something new but you didn’t quite get there…but you should read it again to explore new possibilities.
Family/Personal traditions.
Maybe you have or want to start a tradition where you read the same book every year or so to reflect a special time in your life.
You know all the facts.
It is great to reread a murder mystery when you already know who did it! Find out all those clues from a different perspective.
Why do you reread your favorite books? Let us know your must reads!
Hi HR,
I read the Hobbit and LOTR 12 times. It was my escape from a tough family life as a kid. I totally get that, but now there are so many good books I don’t have time reread.
Thanks,
Gary
I love rereading the Little House on the Prairie series, Gone with The Wind, Roots, and The Grapes of Wrath.
Great picks! I remember Grapes of Wrath being one of my required readings in school, I definitely have to pick it back up again!